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Board declines fall branch-chipping contract after debate over participation, budget and single bid
Summary
After public comment and lengthy debate, the Town and Country Board of Aldermen voted on Aug. 25 on a proposed contract with Grama Tree Experts for a fall branch-chipping program and a related budget increase; council members and residents expressed concerns about low participation, lack of competitive bids and capital priorities.
The Town and Country Board of Aldermen debated a proposed contract and budget amendment Aug. 25 to fund a fall branch-chipping program and ultimately voted against the measure after public comment and council discussion.
Bill No. 25-35 would have accepted a bid and authorized an agreement with Grama Tree Experts for the 2025 fall branch-chipping program and amended the 2025 budget to increase a general-fund expenditure account to cover program expenses. The contract and the requested budget increase drew extended public and aldermanic scrutiny at the meeting.
Sue Allen, a former state representative and a resident who spoke during the meeting’s public-comment…
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